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Easy Roasted Asparagus

This roasted asparagus recipe is one of the simplest side dishes. Fresh asparagus  tossed with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Wash the asparagus and dry. Trim the tough woody ends
  3. Place asparagus on bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread into a single layer on bakingsheet. Roast for 10–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus.
  5. Sprinkle with Parmesan during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  6. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired and serve immediately and enjoy.